Writing by Narges Mohammadi, arrested 14 times for activism, offers a disturbing insight into treatment In an exclusive extract of writing smuggled from prison in Iran, the Nobel peace prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has described the “torture” of solitary confinement, and her systematic medical neglect by the prison system. The writing from the past decade will be part of a soon to be published m...
Writing by Narges Mohammadi, arrested 14 times for activism, offers a disturbing insight into treatment In an exclusive extract of writing smuggled from prison in Iran, the Nobel peace prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has described the “torture” of solitary confinement, and her systematic medical neglect by the prison system. The writing from the past decade will be part of a soon to be published memoir that gives a rare and alarming insight into the treatment of Mohammadi, who is in critical condition. It details beatings, constant interrogations, deprivation of medical care and long stretches in solitary confinement during her numerous imprisonments. Continue reading...
In Cape Verde, a small island nation off West Africa, World Cup qualification is transforming dreams on and off the pitch. (Image credit: Ricci Shryock for NPR)
In Cape Verde, a small island nation off West Africa, World Cup qualification is transforming dreams on and off the pitch. (Image credit: Ricci Shryock for NPR)
With talks of nuclear reactors in space and the planned SpaceX initial public offering (IPO), investing in space companies is shaping up to be more than just a trend, with all the infrastructure and development pouring into it. The global space infrastructure market is forecast to grow from roughly $174 billion in 2026 to more than $373 billion by 2034, according to Fortune Business Insights. Even...
With talks of nuclear reactors in space and the planned SpaceX initial public offering (IPO), investing in space companies is shaping up to be more than just a trend, with all the infrastructure and development pouring into it. The global space infrastructure market is forecast to grow from roughly $174 billion in 2026 to more than $373 billion by 2034, according to Fortune Business Insights. Even more broadly, the global space technology market was valued at roughly $466 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach more than $769 billion by 2030, according to Grand View Research. Just as with any growth market like artificial intelligence, nuclear power , and quantum computing, there will, however, be leaders and laggards. Some companies will offer hype, while others will offer results. In the years ahead, two that could stand out from the rest of the space stock pack are Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ: LUNR) and MDA Space (NYSE: MDA) . Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading
Key PointsACT Capital Management acquired 174,250 ALMS shares in the first quarter, with an estimated trade value of $4.36 million based on average first-quarter pricing.
Key PointsACT Capital Management acquired 174,250 ALMS shares in the first quarter, with an estimated trade value of $4.36 million based on average first-quarter pricing.
Hong Kong authorities have stressed that an operational glitch at a nuclear plant in neighbouring Shenzhen involving the closure of a cooling water isolation valve earlier this week posed no risk to public health or the environment. The Security Bureau said on Sunday that Guangdong’s Nuclear Emergency Committee Office had notified it of an operational event at Ling Ao Nuclear Power Station in main...
Hong Kong authorities have stressed that an operational glitch at a nuclear plant in neighbouring Shenzhen involving the closure of a cooling water isolation valve earlier this week posed no risk to public health or the environment. The Security Bureau said on Sunday that Guangdong’s Nuclear Emergency Committee Office had notified it of an operational event at Ling Ao Nuclear Power Station in mainland China, that occurred last Thursday. The plant, about 50km (31 miles) north of urban Hong Kong,...
Abu Hanifah/iStock via Getty Images Introduction Over the last 3 years, I have been analyzing, writing, and investing in the electricity energy sector, from independent power producers such as Talen Energy ( TLN ), Vistra Corp. ( VST ), and Constellation Energy ( CEG ), to power equipment suppliers like GE Vernova ( GEV ) and nuclear supply chain companies like Cameco Corporation ( CCJ ). The prim...
Abu Hanifah/iStock via Getty Images Introduction Over the last 3 years, I have been analyzing, writing, and investing in the electricity energy sector, from independent power producers such as Talen Energy ( TLN ), Vistra Corp. ( VST ), and Constellation Energy ( CEG ), to power equipment suppliers like GE Vernova ( GEV ) and nuclear supply chain companies like Cameco Corporation ( CCJ ). The primary driver of higher electricity demand has been the AI data center buildout; now, the Iran war has laid bare the need for oil substitution globally, which should further increase electricity demand. Most utility funds and ETFs do not fit this focus, but the Reaves Utility Income Fund ( UTG ) has restructured its portfolio vs. my initial analysis to better capture higher electricity prices and capacity expansion. I am upgrading the fund to a strong buy. What is UTG? UTG is an actively managed closed-end fund with a high "dividend" distribution policy; it also utilizes leverage to enhance returns. Its current portfolio aligns very well with my top-down view of the sector. The fund is managed by W.H. Reaves & Company; its methodology consists of maintaining 80% of the portfolio in the Utilities sector and 20% from other related energy sectors, including uranium mining, and now also includes data center REITs. The CEF also uses leverage and, at this writing, had 26% debt over NAV, or about $875m, at the Secured Overnight Financing Rate ( SOFR ) plus 0.65%, or 4.25%. This means its stock selection needs to achieve at least a 1% positive capital return to meet the debt cost. W.H. Reaves & Company At the same time, UTG has a monthly distribution plan of $0.20 per share, which is not fully funded by dividends from its portfolio (I calculate them at 2%) and requires asset sales and capital returns. While the fund's declared objective is to provide a "high level of after-tax income and total return consisting primarily of tax-advantaged dividend income and capital appreciation.” It ...
Reliable, high-yield income is especially appealing to many investors when the stock market is highly volatile. And with the ongoing Iran war, the potential for resurging inflation, and uncertainty related to the November mid-term elections, volatility isn't likely to go away anytime soon. The good news is that several stocks offer a port in the storm plus attractive distributions. One especially ...
Reliable, high-yield income is especially appealing to many investors when the stock market is highly volatile. And with the ongoing Iran war, the potential for resurging inflation, and uncertainty related to the November mid-term elections, volatility isn't likely to go away anytime soon. The good news is that several stocks offer a port in the storm plus attractive distributions. One especially stands out right now. Do you want $1,000 in annual passive income? Invest around $14,730 in Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) . Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading
Multiple residents of Hong Kong’s fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court have reported problems with registering for an online meeting hosted by the estate’s administrator, with the firm saying it has stepped up arrangements to enhance cybersecurity. A resident received an SMS from Hop On Management Company, the estate’s administrator, on Sunday saying he had not completed registration for the May 20 update ...
Multiple residents of Hong Kong’s fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court have reported problems with registering for an online meeting hosted by the estate’s administrator, with the firm saying it has stepped up arrangements to enhance cybersecurity. A resident received an SMS from Hop On Management Company, the estate’s administrator, on Sunday saying he had not completed registration for the May 20 update session for owners, two days after the firm had confirmed a “successful registration”. “You have not...
Key PointsNewSquare sold 64,705 shares of QTEC in the first quarter; the estimated trade size was about $14.80 million based on quarterly average pricing.
Key PointsNewSquare sold 64,705 shares of QTEC in the first quarter; the estimated trade size was about $14.80 million based on quarterly average pricing.